U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Scribner, 1st Battalion, 143rd Infantry Regiment Command Sergeant Major reflects on the memorial for multinational Soldiers who pariticipated in Operation Dragoon the pivotal Allied invasion that liberated Southern France during World War II, Aug. 16, 2024, at Rhone American Cemetery in Draguignan, France.
U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Scribner, 1st Battalion, 143rd Infantry Regiment Command Sergeant Major reflects on the memorial for multinational Soldiers who pariticipated in Operation Dragoon the pivotal Allied invasion that liberated Southern France during World War II, Aug. 16, 2024, at Rhone American Cemetery in Draguignan, France.
The 36th Infantry Division conducts a Change of Command Ceremony where Maj. Gen. Charles Aris assumes command from Maj. Gen. Patrick Hamilton. Texas Governor Greg Abbott and the Adjutant General of Texas, Maj. Gen. Tracy Norris, along with several other distinguished guests were in attendance at Camp Mabry in Austin, Texas.
DRAGUIGNAN, France— The serene grounds of the Rhone American Cemetery served as the backdrop for a moving ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of Operation Dragoon, the pivotal Allied invasion that liberated Southern France during World War II, Aug. 16, 2024, at Rhone American Cemetery in Draguignan, France.
The solemn ceremony brought together dignitaries, multinational military representatives, and citizens across to honor the fallen Soldiers whose sacrifices secured the freedom of France.
In her remarks, U.S. Ambassador to France, Denise Campbell Bauer emphasized the deep ties between the United States and France, forged through shared sacrifices and a commitment to common values.
"I am honored to represent the...
The Headquarters of the 36th Infantry Division is slated to deploy to the Middle East this fall, and has been rigorously training and preparing for the past two years. Despite their hectic training schedule for the mobilization, many division headquarters Soldiers chose to volunteer for COVID-19 response efforts and the civil disturbance missions.
This year, Texas Governor Greg Abbott activated more than 3,800 service members from the...
